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Italy have progressed with minimal effort, but they’ll need to do better against Bosnia

The Azzurri have reached the World Cup decider, but their performance against Northern Ireland won’t be enough in Zenica.

Italy is battling against "monsters" and the next debacle

The first step towards World Cup qualification has been taken. Nevertheless, the pressure on the Italian national team is immense.

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Bosnia win, the Azzurri celebrate

The Azzurri’s celebrations were broadcast by Rai.

Italy v Northern Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers KO play-offs

Northern Ireland manager O'Neill: "There was a handball in the first half that I'd like to have a look at again..."

The opposing manager’s comments.

Italy v Israel - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Italy, Locatelli: "Our struggles have brought us together; Gattuso is our leader"

The midfielder speaks after the victory against Northern Ireland

Italy, Tonali: "We saw the monsters; it could have happened. It's the most important goal of my career"

The Newcastle midfielder's comments on Italy's victory.

Italy, Kean: "Thank goodness the goal finally came. The crowd really spurred us on"

Kean's comments after the match against Northern Ireland.

Italy, Gattuso: "Now we're off to play in the final. We have to thank Bergamo and the fans"

The Italy manager's comments following the victory over Northern Ireland.

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Italy has two sides to it, but let’s move on – that’s the only thing that matters

An analysis of the match played by the Azzurri.

Italy v Northern Ireland, player ratings: Tonali named MVP with a 7.5. Kean was lethal; Esposito’s 30 minutes were better than Retegui’s

The ratings for the match played by the Azzurri.

Italy v Northern Ireland: no boos for Bastoni – the welcome in Bergamo

The Inter defender received a warm welcome ahead of the play-off against Northern Ireland.

Italy v Norway - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Gattuso ahead of the match: "We're in good shape up front"

The manager speaks just a few hours before the match in Bergamo

Italy v Armenia - UEFA Euro U21 Qualification

Camarda: "Let’s all cheer on Italy together. When will I be back? There’s a set timeline."

The words of the young Italian striker during half-time in the Italy Under-21 match.

Italy v Northern Ireland LIVE on 1vs1 – join the Watch Party on YouTube!

Don’t miss our creators’ live stream – join them in watching Gattuso’s Italy take on the world.

Italy v Northern Ireland: a minute’s silence in memory of Beppe Savoldi

The FIGC pays tribute to Beppe Savoldi

Italy v Northern Ireland LIVE

The Azzurri face the play-off semi-final for a place at the 2026 World Cup

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Which player has the most red cards in World Cup history?

Everything you need to know about the disciplinary history of the World Cup, ahead of the 2026 tournament in the United States of America, Mexico, and Canada. There have been notable dismissals in almost every tournament to date, from sending offs in World Cup finals, to games that saw both teams lose their heads, and more than a few players...

Northern Ireland overwhelmed by comments from Italian fans: the Calciatoribrutti initiative

Ahead of the playoff match, Italian fans flooded Northern Ireland’s social media accounts

Lewa, Donnarumma & 11 stars at risk of missing the World Cup

The final international window before the end of the 2025-26 club season is here. For most of the globe's traditional powerhouses, this month is about finetuning ahead of the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. But not every team has the luxury of such forward planning, with several big-hitters still yet to punch their ticket to the tournament.

Frequently asked questions

: Bournemouth were formed from the remains of a local club called Boscombe St. John's Institute Football Club and was renamed to Boscombe F.C. in 1899. More than 20 years later, the club changed its name to Bournemouth and Boscombe Athletic Football Club, before renaming themselves to AFC Bournemouth in 1971. Fun fact: the 'AFC' in AFC Bournemouth is not an abbreviation, it's just a part of the name.
: American businessman Bill Foley, in a partnership with Cannae Holdings Inc, completed the total takeover of Bournemouth in December 2022. Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan and Kosmos Founder Nullah Sarker lead the minority ownership group.
: Bournemouth's stadium is the Dean Court, commonly known as Vitality Stadium for sponsorship reasons. Bournemouth have been playing their games at this venue since December 1910.
: Vitality Stadium has a capacity of 11,307, making it the second-smallest ground in Premier League history in terms of capacity, behind Luton Town's Kenilworth Road.
: Bournemouth have not won a single major trophy yet.
: Bournemouth have not won any Premier League / first division titles throughout their history. However, they bagged 48 points in the 2023-24 campaign, their best-ever tally.
: Cherries legend Steve Fletcher, who spent 19 years of his 24-year playing career at Bournemouth, is the club's record-appearance maker. Fletcher, a forward by trade, made 728 appearances for the club and scored 121 goals.
: Ron Eyre scored 229 goals in 378 games for Bournemouth between 1924 and 1933, making him the club's all-time top scorer.
: Dominic Solanke, Aaron Ramsdale, Callum Wilson, Nathan Ake, Jermain Defoe, Eddie Howe, and Gavin Peacock are some of the most famous players to have played for Bournemouth. The club even managed to sign George Best at one point!
: Harry Redknapp, Sean O'Driscoll, and Eddie Howe are among Bournemouth's most prominent managers ever.
: Bournemouth are nicknamed The Cherries. While there's some debate regarding the origins of the nickname, it is widely believed that it is based on the cherry-red striped jerseys that the team plays in. Secondly, it is also believed that the nickname is derived from the cherry orchards in the Cooper-Dean Estate, located right next to Dean Court.

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